Discuss why is it important for nurses to consider both their own socio-cultural identity as well as the client’s socio-cultural identity in their health assessment?

Please answer the following question referencing a variety of evidence-informed resources (at
least 3). These can include the Jarvis textbook, course materials, and other relevant evidence
informed/peer-reviewed sources.
Students are to include the question/prompt as part of their responses. The assignment should be
no longer than
750 words (excluding the questions/prompts, cover page and reference list).
Students are reminded to use APA 7th edition throughout their assignment. Responses should
also be written in complete sentences with attention to grammar and mechanics. Please see the
rubric for further guidance and support

Part A
1. In the textbook, the authors describe several concepts regarding cultural and social
consideration.
• Define the following terms:
i. Cultural competence
ii. Cultural sensitivity
• Compare and contrast the two terms above.
i. Discuss how these two terms are similar and how they differ.
(Hint: It may be helpful to include examples to strengthen your arguments
here).

2. Discuss why is it important for nurses to consider both their own socio-cultural identity
as well as the client’s socio-cultural identity in their health assessment? What could be
the result if the nurse does not consider either their own or the client’s socio-cultural
identity in their health assessment?

Part B
3. Explain how you would incorporate a culturally competent approach to your assessment
of the specific client described below. Hint: Read the scenario closely to see what
information you’re provided with about the client. Consider the nursing process as you
develop your interventions

• Please include at least two specific, relevant, and evidence-informed
techniques/strategies you would use within your scope as a student RPN.

• Students should then include a brief explanation for why each technique was
chosen.

• “You are going to assess a 28-year-old client, Mark Wong. According to the Kardex,
Mark speaks Mandarin fluently, and limited English.

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